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BHADERWAH, APRIL 10: In a significant step towards the development of eco-tourism infrastructure, District Doda’s famous tourism destination Jai Valley added new dimensions to its charm with a newly built Artificial Lake, a Forest Guest House and completion of electrification project. The amenities were inaugurated by District Development Council Chairman   Dhananter Singh Kotwal in the presence of Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh, the other day.

The electrification project executed by electric Division Doda marks a major milestone in improving basic amenities in this picturesque tourist destination of the Chenab Valley.

The construction of the artificial Lake project is expected to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the valley and boost the local economy through increased footfall of nature lovers and adventure seekers. The artificial lake is part of the district administration's broader efforts to transform Jai Valley into a premier eco-tourism hotspot in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.

Adding to the green initiatives, DDC Chairman Dhananter Singh Kotwal and District Development Commissioner Harvinder Singh also planted lavender saplings at the newly developed lavender nursery in the serene Valley. The nursery will not only promote aromatic plant cultivation but also generate livelihood opportunities for the local population. Lavender farming has been identified as a key component of the Aroma Mission, and the initiative aims to make Doda a leading hub for lavender-based agro-economy.

The event was also attended by DDC Vice Chairperson Sangeeta Rani, Additional Deputy Commissioner Bhaderwah Sunil Bhutyal and other officials and stakeholders. The collective efforts of the administration and public representatives reflect a strong commitment to sustainable development, tourism promotion, and environmental conservation in the region.

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BHADERWAH, APRIL 04:   Director Health Services Jammu (DHSJ), Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar today inspected patient care services at Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Bhaderwah.

 The Director was accompanied by Chief Medical Officer Dr. Om Kumar and Block Medical Officer Dr. Mohammad Ashraf Kuchay.

Dr. Zargar conducted a thorough inspection of different sections of the hospital, interacting with the medical and paramedical staff. 

The members of local NGOs and civil society members also met Dr Zargar and congratulated him for his new assignment as DHS Jammu. They also projected several demands for the betterment of healthcare services in the region. They sought his intervention in strengthening the Medicare facilities, staff augmentation, and infrastructure development in SDH Bhaderwah and other peripheral health institutions.

Responding to the projected demands, Dr. Zargar assured the public that all possible measures will be taken to enhance healthcare services in the region. He reiterated his commitment to strengthening infrastructure, ensuring the availability of medical personnel, and improving patient care services in SDH Bhaderwah and surrounding health centers.

Later, the DHS took stock of the arrangements at the ongoing screening camp being conducted in the hospital ahead of the mega surgical camp being organized by Rotary International India from 16th April 2025 onwards.

CMO along with BMO and hospital staff extended their warm regards to Dr. Zargar and provided a detailed briefing on the functioning and requirements of SDH Bhaderwah.

Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening healthcare facilities across the region.

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 GANDOH, FEBRUARY 23: As part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and the anti-drug campaign, a friendly cricket match was played today between Sub District Hospital Gandoh and Sub District Hospital Bhaderwah here at Sports Ground Kilhotran.

The thrilling encounter saw SDH Bhaderwah emerging victorious by 26 runs.

Winning the toss, SDH Bhaderwah chose to bat first and set a competitive target of 171 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in the allotted 20 Overs. The standout performer was Dr. Yasir Riaz, who scored a brilliant 77 runs off 48 balls, supported by Dr. Touseef Malik with a valuable 46 runs. From SDH Gandoh’s bowling side, Dr. Farooq Saleem, Arif Rather, Jahangir Mehta and Arif Batt each claimed one wicket.

In response, SDH Gandoh put up a strong fight but fell short, managing only 145 runs for 5 wickets in 20 Overs. Dr Farooq Saleem scored highest 42 runs, while Arif Rather contributed 21 runs.

For SDH Bhaderwah, bowlers Dr. Mohammad Ashraf, Kalwant Singh, Anzar Shah and Dr. Touseef Malik each took a wicket, effectively restricting the opposition’s run chase.

Dr. Yasir Riaz was awarded Man of the Match for his outstanding batting, playing a pivotal role in securing the win for SDH Bhaderwah.

During the closing ceremony, BMO Gandoh Dr Farooq Saleem, who hosted the event, congratulated both teams for their spirited participation. In his address, he emphasized the importance of engaging in sports activities alongside official duties, highlighting how such events promote physical fitness and contribute to mental well-being, aligning with the broader goals of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.

The event concluded with a message encouraging everyone to stay united in the fight against substance abuse while promoting a healthy and active lifestyle through sports.

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 BHADERWAH, FEBRUARY 20:  Chief Education Officer (CEO)   Mohammad Hafiz Sheikh, along with a team of officials,   inspected board examination centers in Zone Bhaderwah.

 He interacted with students, invigilators and officials, stressing the importance of integrity in examinations and a stress-free learning environment.    He also reviewed the necessary arrangements put in place for a smooth, transparent, and fair examination process.  

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BHADERWAH, DECEMBER 16: The Office of the Deputy Registrar, INDUSCOS, Jammu, successfully organized the Chandrabhaga-INDUSCOS event at Lake View Resort, Gatha Bhaderwah. The event brought together cooperatives from the Handicrafts and Handloom departments of Ramban, Doda, and Kishtwar Districts to showcase their unique products. The initiative aimed to provide a robust marketing platform to local weavers and artisans while raising awareness about various departmental schemes and employment opportunities related to these crafts.

The event was presided over by Deputy Commissioner Doda, Harvinder Singh, along with Joint Director, Kul Raj Singh, and Deputy Registrar INDUSCOS, Shazia Rehman. Their presence added significance to the occasion as they interacted with artisans, encouraged the participating cooperatives, and emphasized the importance of preserving traditional craftsmanship. A live craft station, which demonstrated the intricate processes of handloom and handicraft production, garnered significant public attention.

Speaking on the occasion, DC Harvinder Singh appreciated the concerned department for organizing the event to promote local artisans. He highlighted the importance of initiatives like these in boosting local traditions, cultural ethics, and the morale of artisans. He further emphasized the need to preserve and promote traditional skills for the region's socio-economic growth.

Deputy Registrar Shazia Rehman, while presenting the vote of thanks, acknowledged the efforts of Joint Director Kul Raj Singh in making the event a success. She also expressed gratitude to all dignitaries and participants for their support.

To make the event vibrant and engaging, the exhibition remained open to the public, attracting visitors from all walks of life. The Chandrabhaga-INDUSCOS event not only uplifted artisan morale but also created opportunities for local craftsmen to connect with broader markets.

This collaborative effort demonstrated the department's commitment to empowering artisans, preserving cultural heritage, and strengthening the handicrafts and handloom industries in Jammu and Kashmir.

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 District Programme Officer Poshan Doda visits Bal Vidyalayas in Bhaderwah

DODA JULY 11, 2024, District Programme Officer Poshan Doda, S. Paramjeet Singh conducted a surprise visit to the Bal Vidyalayas of the Poshan project in Bhaderwah. The surprise inspection aimed to ensure the adherence to norms and guidelines set for the proper functioning of these educational institutions.

During the visit, S. Paramjeet Singh expressed concerns about the compliance with established standards and provided stringent instructions to the Child Development Project Officers (CDPOs) and supervisors. He emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards in the functioning of Bal Vidyalayas, which play a crucial role in the early development and nutrition of children under the Poshan Abhiyaan initiative.

The Poshan project, also known as the Prime Minister’s Overarching Scheme for Holistic Nutrition (POSHAN Abhiyaan), aims to address malnutrition and promote the overall health and development of children. Singh reiterated the significance of regular monitoring and accountability to ensure that the objectives of the Poshan Abhiyaan are met. He also stressed the need for proper record-keeping, regular health check-ups, and the provision of nutritious meals to the children.

In addition to these directives, Singh urged the CDPOs and supervisors to foster a child-friendly environment within the Bal Vidyalayas. He called for the implementation of engaging and educational activities that promote cognitive and social development. Ensuring the active participation of parents and community members in the Poshan project was also highlighted as a key factor in its success.


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BHADERWAH, MAY 17: A 2-day Volleyball tournament, organized by the Range Police Headquarters Batote, took off here today. 

The tournament has been organized to provide a platform to local youth to hone their skills and promote sports culture for physical fitness.

ASP Vinod Sharma inaugurated the tournament organized by the Police as part of the Civic Action Programme 2023-2024, which aims to foster community engagement and promote sportsmanship.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by SDPO, Station House Officer and prominent persons from the civil society. 

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Faculty Development Program Focuses on Wildlife Monitoring Techniques

Bhaderwah March 4 : One week National workshop cum Faculty Development Programme on ‘Techniques for Wildlife Monitoring in the Himalayas,’ was inaugurated in Bhaderwah today. 

The workshop is being organised by Institute of Mountain Environment, Bhaderwah Campus in collaboration with Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre (MMTTC), University of Jammu. 

Prof. Rahul Gupta, Registrar, University of Jammu, the Chief Guest in the inaugural function lauded the efforts of Institute of Mountain Environment in organising such scientific outreach programmes on issues of significant concern. He appreciated the participation of faculty members and researchers across different states and hoped that the workshop will meet the desired objectives.

Prof J P Singh Joorel Rector, Bhaderwah Campus in his remarks highlighted the significance of such workshops especially in the sectors which are important to all the stakeholders. He highlighted the issue and concerns the Himalayas are facing and invited the participation of common masses in addressing those. He complimented the Institute of Mountain Environment and urged the researchers to map the hitherto lesser studied mountain flora and fauna of the region.

Dr. M.K Kumar (IFS), Chief Conservator of Forests, Jammu in his keynote address highlighted the importance of monitoring wildlife for conservation planning and management and emphasized that such workshops pave way for the researchers and conservationists to better understand the correct protocols and analytical methods.

Dr. Neeraj Sharma, Head IME and Organizing Secretary while introducing the theme highlighted the importance of monitoring and emphasised that careful consideration is given to the design and analysis of monitoring programs before substantial investment is made on their implementation and data collection. The purpose of the workshop is to provide the participant trainees with an appreciation of range of methods, techniques, and tools available for the assessment and monitoring of wild mammals, birds, and butterflies, he added. About 50 participants across different states and union territories of India are participating in this week long workshop.

Those present among others included Mr. Chandrashekhar, Wildlife Warden (Chenab), Sh. Vijay Kumar, DFO Kishtwar, Sh. Majad Bashir, Director FPF, Heads of different departments of Bhaderwah Campus including Dr. Jatinder Manhas, Dr. Rakesh Sharma, Dr. Chhering Tandup, Mohd. Avais , faculty members from different departments, Assistant Registrar, Bhaderwah Campus and members of non-teaching staff. Formal vote of thanks was presented by Dr. Chhering Tandup, Head Geography, IME. The proceedings were conducted by Ms. Vandana Dutt and Nitika Khullar.

Two technical sessions were held on day one, where Dr. M.K Kumar deliberated on Human Wildlife conflicts and the their preventive strategies with special reference to Jammu and Kashmir. Dr. Koustubh Sharma, Director, Science and Conservation, Snow Leopard Trust, Kyrgystan talked about PAWS case to the basics of sampling.

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Focuses on creation of handicrafts from waste products

DODA, JANUARY 9: Department of Handicrafts and Handloom has organised a month-long skill training workshop for women in Bhaderwah, focusing on the creation of handicrafts from waste products.

 Launched on December 4, 2023 by District Development Commissioner Harvinder Singh the workshop has witnessed the participation of around 80 artisans registered with the Handicrafts Department.

Accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner   Dil Mir Choudhary, CEO BDA Bhaderwah Bal Krishan, and other officials, DC Doda commended the hard work of artisans Aniza Mushtaq and Tarab Baba. He applauded women entrepreneurs for their dedication in training artisans to create handmade products from waste materials. DC Doda interacted with participants, inspected live demonstrations, and motivated budding artisans to produce beautiful items for an upcoming winter festival auction.

During the workshop, DC Doda assured the artisans of every possible support from the district administration to enhance manufacturing and exports. He highlighted the vital role of the Handicrafts and Handloom sector in generating employment in Jammu Division. The department, under his leadership, aims to provide skill training to unemployed youth in various crafts through training centers, fostering entrepreneurial growth from production to export stages.

Meanwhile, the DC has instructed ADC Bhaderwah to put up stalls of locally made handicraft products in Guldanda to attract sales from tourists. This initiative aims to showcase and promote the locally craft, contributing to tourism and economic growth in the region.

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Bhaderwah earmarked as a destination for Weddings and Mice tourism

DODA, DECEMBER 31: The Vibrant Bhaderwah Winter Festival, a symbol of cultural splendour and winter charm in the Chenab Valley, culminated in a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration. This grand finale was marked by the sensational performance of Punjabi star Kaka. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Directorate of Tourism Jammu, the District Administration Doda, the Academy of Art, Culture and Language, and the Bhaderwah Development Authority for organizing such a vibrant festival give a big leap to the tourism in the District.

The festival, which unfolded against the enchanting backdrop of Bhaderwah Fort, reached its pinnacle with Kaka’s exhilarating performance, captivating an audience of over one lakh tourists. His dynamic presence against the snow-clad scenery created a magical blend of modern rhythm and traditional celebration, leaving attendees spellbound.

With the guidance of Lieutenant Governor Sh. Manoj Sinha, the leadership of Secretary Tourism Sh. Abid Rashid (IAS) and management of DC Doda Harvinder Singh, the festival witnessed an unprecedented influx of over one lakh tourists. Bhaderwah Fort, illuminated beautifully, became a beacon of cultural fusion, hosting a range of activities from traditional dances to the inauguration of a state-of-the-art cineplex. The festival also featured a mini film theatre where attendees enjoyed the latest releases, including ‘Sam Bahadur’, ‘Tiger-3′, and ’12th Fail’. During intermissions, the public had the opportunity to watch inspiring success stories of the district’s popular personalities, adding an enriching layer to the celebration.

The highlight of the event was the mesmerizing fireworks display at midnight, signifying the end of the festival and the beginning of 2024. The New Year’s Eve party at Bus Stand Bhaderwah, featuring Kaka’s performance, was a testament to the joyous spirit of the festival.

The Directorate of Tourism Jammu, in collaboration with the District Administration Doda, the Academy of Art, Culture and Language, and the Bhaderwah Development Authority, extends its heartfelt gratitude to the local public, tourists, media men, and stakeholders. Their participation and support were instrumental in the successful realization of the Vibrant Bhaderwah Festival. This event not only showcased the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Bhaderwah but also marked its emergence as a dynamic hub of tourism in the Chenab Valley, blending tradition with modernity.

In his message, Abid Rashid, Secretary Tourism, has reiterated that the department is committed and continuing its efforts to tap into the untapped tourism potential of the Bhaderwah and other less known tourist destinations in the UT. He said that the aim of holding such kind of festivals is to promote local culture, traditions, and to tap the tourism potential of the areas otherwise bestowed by nature with natural scenic and serene surroundings. The department is also promoting homestays to meet out the shortage of tourism infrastructure and to create livelihood for the locals, he added.

Deputy Commissioner Doda, S. Harvinder Singh, has expressed his keen interest in encouraging the tourism sector in the district to create livelihood opportunities in the district and to give the district, particularly Bhaderwah, its due share in the tourism map of the county. He affirmed that all the measures shall be taken to improve the tourism infrastructure in the district. He informed that accepting the great potential of the district in the tourism sector, some private stakeholders have already pitched in, and world-class hotels and some 5-star facilities are being established in the district. UT administration and District Administration is committed to setting all the required parameters in order to have safe and pleasant tourism activities going on in the district throughout the year.

Joint Director Tourism Sunaina Mehta has announced that Bhaderwah has been earmarked as Wedding destination and a site for Mice tourism. She informed that this year till date more than 5 lakh tourists visited Bhaderwah, which talks itself about the progress made by the region in the tourism sector.

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DC calls for effective grey water management; violators to face action 

BHADERWAH, OCTOBER 08: In an attempt to inculcate sense of responsibility among people towards cleanliness and to bring about tangible results in terms of Swachhata campaign as envisioned by the PM of India, Deputy Commissioner Doda Vishesh Mahajan along with ADC Bhaderwah Chowdhary Dil Mir and other officers today led a mega drive to clean perennial Neru Rivulet here from the New Bus Stand.

The DC, while appealing people to inculcate the habit of cleanliness not only in their homes but also in their surroundings, said that cleanliness is part of the faith of every religion and such Swachhta Programmes aim  at making cleanliness our collective habit. “Tourist destinations like Bhaderwah are the centres of major footfall, and we all ought to keep it clean and tidy to ensure a hygienic environment- the must requirement to boost  tourism and local economy”, he said. Like earlier, Swachhta Hi Seva campaign, the spirit of today's cleanliness activity, is voluntarism or Shramdaan, he added.

With a focus on visual cleanliness, the drive was conducted successfully in Neru stream. It was made informed that the households allowing seepage of toilet waste into the water bodies would face action as per the rule of law.

All such households have been given notice to construct septic tanks in one week for proper grey water management. The DC asked the community to publicly shame those allowing waste and grey water to flow into the water bodies and public places.

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BHADERWAH, SEPTEMBER 2: District Doda, especially Bhaderwah, is bestowed with captivating natural beauty, panoramic vistas, a variety of beautiful landscapes, meadows, deodar and kail forests and River Neeru.

Recent years have seen heavy footfall of tourists from across the globe in the Bhaderwah region. District Administration Doda, under the leadership of Vishesh Mahajan (DC), has also left no stone unturned in bringing the District on the world tourism map.

Only this year, the heavy rush of visitors during mega events, like Guldanda Winter festival, Asikini Bhaderkashi Utsav, International Yoga Celebrations at Jae Valley, New Year festival at Gatha Park, Youthon 2023 and other like events have proved that the region, due to its rich geographical and cultural beauty, can become the choicest place for the tourists from across the world.

To cater to the needs of tourists visiting the area, world-class infrastructure is being developed in the district. New hotels, restaurants, better roads, good transport facilities, and professionally sound manpower are making the way for a new era of tourism in the district.

Yesterday, Bhaderwah witnessed a historic moment as Ambience Group of Hotels started construction work of its first 5-star property in the picturesque region. The Grand Foundation stone laying event was graced by SSP, Abdul Qayoom, ADC Bhaderwah Ch. Dil Mir, Chairman of the Municipal Committee Bhaderwah and others.

Nestled in the heart of Bhaderwah, Ambience Group of Hotels shall bring a touch of luxury and sophistication to this enchanting destination.

The high-end tourism infrastructure shall mark the beginning of a new era in the hospitality industry of Bhaderwah and is expected to give a major boost to the local economy.

The foundation laying ceremony was virtually attended by DC Vishesh Mahajan also, who praised the initiative, saying, "This property will undoubtedly boost tourism in Bhaderwah and create numerous opportunities for the local community. It reflects the growth and development that Bhaderwah is experiencing. This establishment will not only cater to the needs of tourists but also contribute significantly to the economic growth of Bhaderwah."

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Directs to fill remaining vacancies of Sanginis, Sahayikas in accordance with  rules

BHADERWAH, AUGUST 29: Mission Director POSHAN J&K, Rubina Kousar today conducted a comprehensive review of the ongoing ICDS-Poshan Projects in Dodan here at a meeting held in the Conference Hall of Dak Bungalow Bhadarwah. Accompanying her was Devinder Singh Katoch, Joint Director, Mission POSHAN, J&K.

At the outset, Ashfaq Khanji, District Programme Officer Mission POSHAN Doda gave a detailed presentation, highlighting the project wise achievements of ongoing POSHAN schemes in the district. Attendees included CDPOs (Child Development Project Officers) and Supervisors from all eight Poshan Projects in the District Doda.

The Mission Director meticulously examined the financial and physical progress of all projects within the district, encompassing schemes such as PMMVY (Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana), Poshan tracker, SNP (Supplementary Nutrition Programme), ECCE (Early Childhood Care and Education), Geo-tagging of AWCs (Anganwadi Centers), Honorarium, Rent, and expenditures across different categories.

Furthermore, the recruitment process for Sanginis (Anganwadi Workers) and Sahayikas (Anganwadi Helpers) in all the Poshan projects of District Doda was thoroughly reviewed. Immediate directives were issued to fill any remaining vacancies for Sanginis and Sahayikas, in accordance with established rules and regulations.

Additionally, the Mission Director instructed each CDPO to oversee the procurement process of SNP and maintain accurate records of all procurement activities.  

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 Bhaderwah August 28 : The Business School Bhaderwah Campus today organized a seminar on ‘Entrepreneurship Development in Jammu and Kashmir’ to celebrate World Entrepreneurship Day 2023 in collaboration with Students for Holistic Development of Humanity Foundation (SHoDH). 


TBS has invited people from Civil administration, Banks, Universities, DIC, JKEDI, DE&CC, local entrepreneurs and all the stakeholders involved in developing and boosting entrepreneurship in the region especially young entrepreneurs in the seminar. 

The seminar was organized under the leadership of Professor Rahul Gupta, Rector Bhaderwah Campus who is the main source of inspiration, guidance and support for The Business School, Bhaderwah Campus for taking such initiatives.
The event began with lighting of the lamp and seeking the blessings of Goddess Saraswati. Sh. Dil Mir Choudhary, Addition District Commissioner, Bhaderwah was chief guest in the seminar. Speaking on the occasion he congratulated TBS, Bhaderwah Campus for taking this initiative. He said that the youth of the country has huge potential but government jobs are limited. It is the best time to choose entrepreneurship as their career goal. Sh Vinod Kumar, Superintendent of Police, Bhaderwah was guest of honour in the event. He enlightened the audience about huge entrepreneurial opportunities available in the region and advised them to be a job creator rather than job giver. 

Mr Mohammed Avais, Head of Department presented a formal welcome address. He wholeheartedly welcomed all guests, resource persons, scientists, local entrepreneurs, members of civil society, scholars and students in the seminar. He thanked Professor Rahul Gupta, Rector Bhaderwah Campus for his unflinching support and assured that TBS will play a key role in business incubation and acceleration in the region. 

Thereafter, Dr Rohit Bhagat, Assistant Professor in TBS, Bhaderwah Campus elaborated the theme of the seminar and bring out the relevance of theme of the seminar in current scenario. Dr Sunil Bhardwaj, Assistant Professor and Co-convener of the seminar gave a detailed presentation on, how we can develop and boost entrepreneurship in Jammu and Kashmir. He said, India is now 5th largest economies in the world and under bold leadership we have envisioned to make India a 3rd largest economy by 2028 where creation of new business ventures and startups become inevitable.

Mr Ravi Sharma, Manager J&K Bank and Mr Nasir Batt, Manager HDFC bank elaborate upon the different financing schemes of the respective banks for creating new ventures. Mr Abdul Gaffar Bagwan, well know entrepreneur and an exporter of essential oils while speaking on the occasion convinced the participants that the region has huge resources which can be used sustainably to create successful businesses in the region. 

Mr. Bharat Bushan, Poster boy of purple revolution (Lavender cultivation) in Jammu and Kashmir narrated his success story and inspired the audience. Mr Zaheer Khan of Imperial Jam Factory has informed the audience how he started from a scratch to an exporter’s level. Mr Touqeer Bagwan and Mr Touqeer Khateeb two successful entrepreneurs of the region inspired the youth with their business ideas and stressed on out of box thinking to explore the new business opportunities using untapped resources of the region. Besides this a galaxy of entrepreneurs were invited including Sh Azhar Qayoom (Owner Atiqa Bakes n Cakes), Sh. Farhan Qayoom (Livfit fitness center), Sh Neetan Kumar (Lavender Farmer), Sh Ram Prashad (Lavender Farmer), Sh Neeraj Kotwal (Young Entrepreneur), Sh Kamran Tariq (Owner NAJAR computers), Sh Asif Iqbal (Young Entrepreneur) and Sh Mohsin Tantray (Owner AR Computers).

 The even was attended by all the faculty members of department including Dr Atif Qazi, Dr Raashida Gani, Dr Surekha, Ms, Aishiya, Ms Sonia, Mr Amit, Mr Rajinder beside eminent people from civil society, scholars and students of Bhaderwah Campus. 

Dr Umesh Choudhary, Assistant Professor and organizing secretary of seminar proposed a formal vote of thanks.
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BHADERWAH, AUGUST 02: Inter school zonal level tournament U-19 Boys/ Girls concluded successfully here today at Government Girls Higher Secondary School Bhaderwah.

The event was organised by the Department of Youth Services and Sports, Bhaderwah under the patronage of Director Youth services and sports J&K, Subash Chander Chiber.

Various events were held in the disciplines including Volleyball, Kho Kho, Kabaddi, Badminton, Tug of War, Chess, Carrom Volleyball, Athletic for U-19 age group Boys and Girls.

The principal GHSS Bhaderwah along with staff members formally declared open the tournament.

While speaking on the occasion, Principal GHSS Shafayat Ali appreciated the efforts of the Department and stressed on participation of more and more students in sports activities to achieve all-round development of their personality.

He also threw light on the ill effects of drugs and advised the participants to stay away from drugs.

ZPEO Bhaderwah and field staff sports members of Zone Bhaderwah and a large number of participants were present on the occasion.

Today's result In Kho Kho GHSS Girls Bhaderwah beat HSS Bhalara by 10 points. In Chess Ayera Sundas defeated Menisha Koumal while in Kabaddi GHSS Bhaderwah beat HSS Chinta by 17 points, whereas in carrom HSS Chinta  Beat GHSS Bhaderwah and in Badminton GHSS Bhaderwah beat HSS Chinta.

The matches were officiated by the technical committee i.e. PELs, PEMs, PETs and REKs of sports Department.

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BHADERWAH, JULY 31: Inter School Zonal Level Tournament for Under 19 for Boys & Girls in the disciplines of Chess, Carrom, Athletics, Wrestling, Kabaddi, Volleyball, Table Tennis,  Tug of war began here today in Government Higher Secondary School Bhaderwah.

The Inaugural match for Kabbadi GBHSS Bhaderwah defeated GHSS Sartingal by 17 point. In volleyball, GHSS Boys Bhaderwah defeated GHSS Sartingal by 2 -0 sets, while GHSS Bhalra defeated GHSS Chinta 2-1.

Earlier, Principal of the host school Anis Ahmed declared the tournament open in the presence of field staff of YSS Zone Bhaderwah. The Principal advised the players to play the game for the sake of the game and maintain discipline.

The matches were officiated by Abdul Haq PEM, Murtaza Qadir P.E.T, Renu Bala P.E.T, Amir REK, Aftab Alam PEM, Vijay PEM, Rajni P.E.T, Ruby P.E.T and Nidhi REK.

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BHADERWAH, JULY 29: To attract tourists to the picturesque Bhaderwah Valley, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Vishesh Mahajan today inaugurated four state-of-the-art paddle boats here at Lake View Resort Gatha.

The ceremony, attended by officials and locals, marked the beginning of an exciting recreational experience for tourists visiting the place.

The Lake View Resort Gatha Bhaderwah has earned much fame for its serene environment and stunning surroundings, attracting visitors from far and wide. With the addition of these paddle boats, tourists will now have an opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area while indulging in enjoyable boating activities.

At the inauguration, the DC Doda emphasized the significance of promoting tourism in Bhaderwah and encouraged locals to embrace the new recreational facilities. He assured the community that the administration would continue its endeavour to develop tourism infrastructure to make the region even more alluring for the travellers.

Operated by well-trained professionals, the paddle boats guarantee the safety of visitors, providing them unforgettable boating experience on the picturesque lake amid panoramic Gatha Resort. The introduction of these boats is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy, generating employment opportunities for the residents of Doda District.

The inauguration of the paddle boats at Gatha Bhaderwah marks a significant step towards enhancing tourism in the region, drawing more visitors to explore and cherish the natural wonders of this breathtaking destination.

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Bhaderwah , June 12 : Department of Geography, Bhaderwah Campus, University of Jammu organised a one day regional seminar on the theme “Climate Change and Ecosystem services in Himalayan Region” today at Lal Ded Auditorium Bhaderwah Campus.

The seminar focussed on highlighting the continuous process of climate change and how it has a massive impact on the Himalayan region which is vulnerable to the phenomenon of climate change. The Himalayan region is really getting negatively affected by changing climate and thus this seminar was of great importance and relevance.
The ADC Bhaderwah, Jenab Dil Mir Choudhary was the Chief Guest of the occasion , in his address he urged the students and the audience to act as responsible citizens and work together as the ambassadors in order to safeguard the environment from the threat of climate change.
Prof., Rahul Gupta, Rector, Bhaderwah Campus welcomed the Guests and deliberated upon different aspects of the campus and gave the details about the achievements of the campus.
 The keynote speech was delivered by Prof. Milap Chand Sharma, JNU who talked about the various problems which are being faced in Himalayan region due to climate change. He further stressed various adaptation strategies which are required to reduce the climate change vulnerability.
Dr. Shashi Prabha, Jammu University deliberated about the geographical effects of climate change. Dr. Suresh Babu, JNU threw light on the sociological aspect of interaction between man and his environment.
Dr. Chhering Tundup, Head, Department of Geography, presented the theme of the conference to the audience. Dr. Neeraj Sharma, Head, IME expressed his views about the role of IME and discussed about the various initiatives the department is taking to spread awareness among the common masses about the mountain Ecosystems. Other notable speakers who expressed their views include
The event was attended by all the Heads of various departments of Bhaderwah Campus, Dr. Jetinder Manhas, Dr Kuljit Singh, Dr. Subhash Chander and Mr. Muhammad Awais, Miss Bablu Sharma. The formal vote of thanks was presented by Dr. Shayan Javeed, IME, Bhaderwah Campus.
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Bhaderwah June 09 : Department of Computer Science & IT, Bhaderwah Campus organized week-long IT Tour for the Students of Department of Computer Science to IIT Roorkee.
The week-long tour was organized in collaboration with iHUB, Divyasampark, IIT Roorkee.
The Students of Computer Science were accompanied by Dr. Jatinder Manhas I/C Head Computer science Bhaderwah Campus who put a lot of efforts in making necessary arrangements for the trip along with Dr. Manish, CEO, iHUB, Divya Sampark, IIT Roorkee.
During the weeklong trip , Dr Jatinder Manhas hailed the proactive support from Dr. Manish. Anand and his team members including Mr. Prateek Sharma and Ms. Lalita "He has not only helped in the management of this tour but also agreed to setup an advanced lab at Bhaderwah campus on three state-of-the-art-technologies i.e. Drone technology, IoT and AR/VR technology under iHUB Divyasampark, IIT Roorkee banner,"
Dr Jatinder Manhas also informed that it were due to the unending support of Dr Manish that iHUB, Divya Sampark, IIT Roorkee signed a formal MoU along with Rector, Bhaderwah Campus, Prof. Rahul Gupta. "This tour would not have been such a success without the active and ever ready support of Rector, Bhaderwah Campus. His supportive nature has been a source of constant motivation for all the employees of the campus," he added
He further said that Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu, Prof. Umesh Rai has played an equally important role in motivating the department in carrying research in interdisciplinary fields as he has been a constant supporter of the same.
Coming to the tour.
The group comprised of 16 students, I/c Head, Dr. Jatinder Manhas, and Ms. Ayushi Kotwal, all from the Department of CS & IT, Bhaderwah Campus. During their visit, the group interacted with members of the Dtown Robotics Private Limited, which is a startup, that works in the area of drone and robot manufacturing.
The students learned about the application areas of the drone and also learned, how to fly drones on a simulator. Thereafter, the students visited Robotics lab of the iHUB, Divyasampark, established at the Noida Campus of IIT Roorkee. The students also learned about how to make robots and also about the working and application areas of a walking robot.
Dr. Manish Anand apprised the students about the different schemes and scholarships that one can get while pursuing his/her research. Along with this, he also shared his immense knowledge on some of the state-of-the-art-technologies, i.e., blockchain technology, cyber security, IoT, Drones, etc with the participants.
The students also interacted with Dr. Partha Pratim Roy from the CSE Department, IIT Roorkee.
Dr. Partha shared his vast research experience with the participants and also allowed the students to interact with his research scholars. This helped the students to get insights of the level of research activities/efforts done at such a premier institute of the country and also motivated them for building similar kind of research aptitude. After this, the students visited the Fermicron lab in the Department of CSE, IIT Roorkee. The lab has been built under the startup project for making drones for farmers. This motivated the students to think about building their own startups. Finally, before leaving, the students and other participants took a tour of the important sites at the main campus of IIT Roorkee.
Dr. Prateek from iHUB Divyasampark, IIT Roorke was the coordinator for the whole trip. During which, the students learned a lot about new and emerging technologies, and got a chance to interact with some of the highly eminent faculty members and research scholars from IIT Roorkee.
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 CSIR-IIIM organises 'One Week One Lab Campaign'
Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurates 2 day Lavender Festival at Bhaderwah

BHADERWAH, JUNE 4: It is a moment of pride for all of us as Bhaderwah has emerged as the Lavender capital of India and Agri StartUp destination.

This was stated here today by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space Dr. Jitendra Singh while inaugurating the 2 -day Lavender festival here.

CSIR- Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Jammu has organised the event as part of its 'One Week One Lab Campaign'.

Dr Jitendra Singh described Bhaderwah as the birthplace of India's Purple Revolution and the destination of Agri-StartUps.

The Minister said that the valley of Bhaderwah is the best example of development of the present progressive government at the centre which should have been celebrated much earlier, Bhaderwah being the best place for lavender cultivation in terms of land and climate.

Dr. Jitendra Singh while referring to the lavender cultivation in the region, said that Lavender is an avenue of employment generation and research opening many paradigms of development


The lavender cultivation has changed the lives of many farmers and it is heartening to note that Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, in the 99th Edition of Mann ki Baat, appreciated the efforts of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research- Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM) in supporting farmers in the cultivation of Lavender in the Bhaderwah, Doda district, J&K under CSIR-Aroma Mission. He said, "Farmers had been engaged in traditional maize cultivation for decades, but some farmers thought of doing something different. They turned to floriculture, that is, the cultivation of flowers. Today, around two and a half thousand farmers are cultivating Lavender here. They have also been handheld through the Aroma Mission of the Central Government. This new cultivation has greatly increased the income of the farmers."

The CSIR-Aroma Mission is a flagship project of CSIR under which Lavender cultivation is being promoted in the temperate regions of J&K. The aim of the project is to increase the income of small and marginal farmers and develop agriculture-based Startups. The project is being directly monitored by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Hon'ble Union Minister of State (IC) of the Ministry of Science & Technology. Under his directions, CSIR-IIIM is implementing Lavender cultivation in Bhaderwah and other parts of J&K.

It is important to mention that over many decades of scientific interventions, the CSIR-IIIM has developed its elite variety (RRL-12) and agrotechnology of Lavender. The variety of Lavender is highly suitable for cultivation in the rainfed temperate regions of India. Under CSIR-Aroma Mission, CSIR-IIIM introduced Lavender and provided more than 30 Lakh free Lavender plants to the farmers of different districts of J&K. The end-to-end technology package for cultivation, processing, value addition, and marketing of the Lavender crop were also provided to the farmers. CSIR-IIIM installed fifty distillation units (45 fixed and five mobile) at different locations across J&K to support farmers in processing their produce.

Many small and marginal maize farmers in the temperate regions of the Jammu division have successfully adopted Lavender. Lavender cultivation has employed large numbers of farmers and young entrepreneurs in the geographically remote regions of J&K. Due to the intervention of CSIR-IIIM, a new industry around Lavender cultivation has developed in the region. More than 2500 farmers are cultivating Lavender in different parts of J&K. Women are primarily employed in the Lavender fields for harvesting and processing the flower, which has increased women's income in the region. Many young entrepreneurs have started small-scale businesses through the value addition of Lavender oil, hydrosol, and flowers. CSIR-IIIM conducted many skills development programs and trained more than 2500 farmers and young entrepreneurs from J&K on Lavender cultivation, processing, value addition, and marketing.

The net annual income of farmers who switched from maize to Lavender cultivation has increased many folds from around Rs. 40,000/- to Rs. 60,000/- per hectare to Rs. 3,50,000/- to Rs. 6,00,000/- per hectare. Farmers of the Bhaderwah, Doda district, produced 300, 500, 800, and 1500 Litres of Lavender oil in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022, respectively. They earned Rs. 5 Crore between 2018-2022 by selling dry flowers, Lavender plants and Lavender oil. The successful end-to-end technology transfer on the cultivation of Lavender to the farmers of J&K by CSIR-IIIM, Jammu, under Aroma Mission has been widely covered nationally and internationally by print and electronic media. The media has recognized this initiative of CSIR-IIIM as the "Purple Revolution." CSIR-IIIM received the CSIR award for S&T innovations for rural development (CAIRD- 2020) for Purple Revolution in Jammu & Kashmir: Rural Development Through Lavender Cultivation in J&K.

Prominent among many others present were Dr. D Srinivasa Reddy, Director, CSIR-IICT, Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director, CSIR-IIIM, Jammu, Dhanetar Singh, DDC Chairman, Doda, Sangeeta Rani Bhagat, DDC Vice Chairman, Doda, Vishesh Paul Mahajan, Deputy Commissioner Doda.

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